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Gloucester to Cardiff train route details

First train
First train
05:48
Last train
Last train
23:18
Departure city
Departure city
Gloucester
Arrival city
Arrival city
Cardiff
Journey time
Journey time
54m
Distance
Distance
78 km
Price
Price
TWD 349*
Train Operators
Train Operators
CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

What are the next train times from Gloucester to Cardiff?

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14:49
1h 10m, Direct
Gloucester
15:59
Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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15:27
58m, Direct
Gloucester
16:25
Cardiff Central
CrossCountry
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15:50
1h 9m, Direct
Gloucester
16:59
Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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16:27
59m, Direct
Gloucester
17:26
Cardiff Central
CrossCountry
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16:50
1h 9m, Direct
Gloucester
17:59
Cardiff Central
Transport for Wales
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17:30
59m, Direct
Gloucester
18:29
Paris
CrossCountry
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Explore the cheapest prices to Cardiff from Gloucester this week

Typical ticket prices between Gloucester and Cardiff are around TWD 349, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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